Google today released the first stable version of Android Things, the operating system for developing connected devices, a comprehensive, robust platform where Google handles the heavy lifting so that device developers can focus on their own devices only.
Google launches the first stable version of Android Things
Google points out that in the preview phase, the Android Things SDK has been downloaded over 100,000 times.
With the launch of Android Things 1.0, Google is also launching its platform support for the new system-in-modules (SoMs) based on the NXP i.MX8M, Qualcomm SDA212, Qualcomm SDA624 and MediaTek MT8516 hardware platforms, joining Raspberry Pi 3 Model B and NXP i.MX7D-based devices, with certificates for use in production and guaranteed support for three years.
Google points out that the development hardware and reference designs for the aforementioned SoMs will be available in the coming months.
Regarding the use of the Android Things Console for software updates, Google points out that it is limited to 100 active devices for non-commercial use, although developers who intend to launch a commercial product based on Android Things or overcome the barrier of 100 devices must sign a distribution agreement.
Finally, Google points out that between now and the end of next summer, connected devices will be arriving for end users.
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